Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
Good morning, Salem.
🏘️ Community
On Wednesday, May 20, cyclists will join a silent ride to honor those injured or killed on Salem roads.
The ride starts at 6 p.m. at the parking lot at Northeast Marion and Capitol streets and moves through downtown and across the Willamette River — emphasizing the need for safer traffic.
🎓 Education
The Oregon Employment Department released its bilingual 2026 Careers magazine yesterday to help students and job seekers explore career options.
The publication offers 40 articles, practical tips, labor-market data, and a student activity guide, and educators can order free print copies (in Salem).
Voters in Aumsville and Turner decide today on a $30M bond to repair roofs and upgrade HVAC systems at six Cascade School District schools.
The measure will maintain property owner payments at $1.09 per $1,000 while also qualifying the district for over $10M in state funds (if approved).
🏥 Health
Jim Sellers, a Salem-based certified Medicare counselor at SHIBA (Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance), explains how Medicare and Medigap cover travel and emergency care during vacations in his monthly column.
Readers can email questions or call for a free appointment.
🎉 Salem Events
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Paint N' Pints at Willamette Valley Smokehouse
6-8 p.m. — Willamette Valley Smokehouse — Food and beverages available for purchase — Unleash your creativity during a fun painting class with delicious food and brews.
Infant/Toddler Storytime
11:00-11:20 a.m. — Salem Public Library — Free — Delight in stories, songs, and rhymes perfect for little ones up to 2 ½ years old.
4th Annual Autism Walk
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Riverfront City Park — Free entry — Celebrate and support Autistic individuals at this family-friendly event in Salem.
Drop-in Craft at West Salem Branch
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Families enjoy a creative evening crafting with provided materials and their imagination.
Marshall Tucker Band Concert
7-9 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic Southern rock with the iconic Marshall Tucker Band.
Teacher Appreciation Night
6:35 – 11:59 p.m. — Chemeketa Baseball Field — Free admission for teachers — Celebrate the amazing educators of our community at the ballpark with a fun-filled evening.
Grupo Barak Concert
6:00pm-9:00pm — L.B. Day Amphitheater — $10 per vehicle — Experience an inspiring night of contemporary worship and Latin rhythms with Grupo Barak.
Santiam Hospital & Clinics Fun Run & Health Walk
8:30 – 11:00 AM — Santiam Hospital & Clinics — Registration required — Lace up your shoes for a fun-filled day of running and walking in Stayton.
2026 ACWA Biosolids Management Workshop
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM — Salem Public Library — Paid entry — Dive into the latest research on biosolids' benefits for soil health and sustainable farming.
Bonnie Raitt Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — Tickets from $581 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of Bonnie Raitt live in Salem.
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